Sheep Laurel (kalmia angustifolia) Engraving

Object/Artifact

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Kentucky State Parks

Name/Title

Sheep Laurel (kalmia angustifolia) Engraving

Entry/Object ID

JJA.2019.3.23

Description

This is a hand-colored engraving of a botanical illustration that was published by William Curtis in his magazine, "The Botanical Magazine." The indentation from the plate is visible along the edges of the engraving. The illustration depicts a single branch arranged vertically on the print. The plant has long, tapered, blue-green leaves and small, pink blossoms. This is plate No. 331, which is noted in the upper corner at the viewer's right. The inscription along the bottom of the image reads: "Pub. By W. Curtis St Geo: Crescent Apr 1. 1796."

Collection

Ed Kenney Collection

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

William Curtis

Role

Print Maker

Date made

1796 - 1796

Place

Location

England

Notes

Date: 1796-1796 Technique: Engraving

Dimensions

Height

9 in

Width

5-1/2 in

Material

Paper, Watercolor, Ink